Trumbull Campus Cafe and Catering Services

Kent State University is seeking a vendor to operate a cafe and provide catering services at its Trumbull Campus in Warren, Ohio.

Kent State University


General
Open
2046
Sep 18, 2026 12:00 PM
Jul 28, 2026 12:00 PM
3 years base + 2 × 1 year options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
State
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Original Solicitation Links
Contact
procurement@kent.edu
+13306722276
Kent, OH, USA
Submission Instructions
Online
Description

Kent State University is seeking a qualified vendor to operate a full-service cafe and provide catering for faculty, staff, students, and the surrounding community at the Trumbull Campus. The selected vendor must provide breakfast, lunch, other cafe services, and catering; maintain a clean and welcoming facility; develop an inclusive and seasonal menu; supply and train staff; and manage food preparation, serving, and customer service. The vendor will be responsible for equipment and food-contact-surface cleaning and maintenance, equipment repairs, food and beverage sourcing, marketing, sustainability practices, and compliance with state and local food-safety requirements. The vendor must maintain ServSafe Ohio Level 2 certification and an active food-service license. Minimum operating hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday during academic terms, with additional service and catering hours as needed. Proposals must include company experience, operating approach, menu and staffing information, pricing, health and safety practices, sustainability initiatives, and at least two client references with contact information.

Classification Codes
NAICS722310Food Service Contractors
PSCS203Food Services
Smart Codes
cafe operationcatering servicesfood service staffing
Specifications
Supply & Service
Timeline
Jul 28, 2026-RFP Issue Date
Aug 31, 2026-Anticipated Contract Award
Sep 18, 2026-Proposal Due Date
Requirements
Required
  • Employers' Liability — $500,000.00
  • General Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Business Automobile Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Professional Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Liquor Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Crime Coverage — $500,000.00
  • Cyber Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Pollution Liability — $1,000,000.00
Scored
  • Minimum 2 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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